Corporate Affairs / Communications - Graduate

Communications / Corporate Affairs Graduate 

(2 years Fixed Term Contract)

£32,500 salary, £2,000 welcome bonus, £500 Flex allowance plus bonus and benefits

Have you graduated in 2024 with a 2:1 or above (or projected for 2025) in a relevant degree area discipline?

Great journeys happen at London Gatwick 

Where will your career take you? 

The buzz, the energy, the sheer magic of travel… you can feel it in the air all around you. Here, you'll be part of an energetic team and a vibrant community. We can help you thrive in a career that's a world away from the everyday.  

What is the Programme?

 Its for 2 years. As a Corporate Affairs Graduate you will be involved in a programme that consists of rotational placements, providing an opportunity to be a part of a variety of projects. Working as part of a team that works together to protect and enhance Gatwick's reputation and helps plan and deliver sustainable growth of the airport in the long term.

This role will work on delivering excellent external engagement and communications activity; research and analysis;  and support the delivery of projects and events.

What will you gain?

• A competitive salary. 
• A Leadership development programme that builds on your commercial awareness, sense of self, coaching skills and scope to grow your career further. 
• An understanding of Aviation and its impact on the economy, including sustainability and commerciality
• Commercial awareness and its impact on operational processes  
• Drafting communications internally and externally and engaging stakeholders around key corporate priorities
• Speaking with journalists and handling media queries
• Creating content and engaging with our stakeholders on social media and utilising analytics and data to ensure maximum impact.

Do you have what we're looking for?

• Achieved or predicted 2:1 grade in a relevant discipline (Graduated 2024 or projected for 2025) 
• IT literate including Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Outlook
• Good presentation skills
• Ability to prioritise
• Analytical skills – to analyse data and research findings to translate into easy to simple language
• Ability to build good relationships
• Strong thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to work at pace
• Strong Communication skills
• Team working- you'll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues as well as other graduates

What's in it for you?

We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by an annual bonus, share scheme, pension, and lifestyle insurance. There's also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development. 

At London Gatwick we're also very well connected, just 30 minutes from central London and directly linked to over 100 towns and cities. Whether you prefer to travel by cycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work as convenient and cost-effective as possible. 

Whatever your interests and ambitions, wherever you want your journey to take you, London Gatwick could be the place where your career really does… well… take off.   

Click apply to begin your journey, your way with London Gatwick.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Does this sound like you? Join the journey! Click apply and complete your application.

Selection Process

1. An online application that will involve a CV – closing date 7th November 2024 
2. Online assessments to demonstrate your strengths and the necessary behaviours to be successful
3. If successful a virtual 1^st stage screening call
4. An assessment centre with group and individual activities as well as a behaviour-based interview with the opportunity to meet managers and explore the airport.
   Dates to be confirmed for February / March 2025.